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thebookhaze's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book though it wasn't what I expected. I thought Parker would end up getting into a hot steamy romance with her brother's friend, Luke, who was 'hired' to kiss her in the kissing booth, but it didn't work out that way. I didn't really like Luke, actually, though there wasn't much focus on him anyway. I loved the kisses between Parker and Tristan, who's a year younger than Parker but acted very mature for his age. It didn't hurt that Tristan is hot either. It was definitely a different kind of YA romance, which is great.
ameserole's review against another edition
3.0
Cute read.
If you are looking for a cute book to read, The ABC's of Kissing Boys is a pretty good place to start. In it, you will meet Parker. She's popular, stylish, and going to be junior in high school - what could possibly go wrong for her? Well, for Parker.. her life would be in shambles if she doesn't make the girl's varsity soccer team.
So what does she do? Parker comes up with a magnificent plan to get on the team with her friends. What does this plan include? Somehow.. kissing boys? Yeah, I was a bit confused as well. When one of her friends sees her kissing a freshman boy (ewwww... cooties!) shit kind of hits the fan for her. After seeing her friends true colors, she is a bit disgusted with it. Her friends were straight of judgmental bitches. Love is love ya twats!
Throughout this book Parker is dealing with this huge decision: staying being popular or be with the guy who makes her happy (even if he is a freshman). First off, age is just a number. Love is love girl - do your thing! Second, she needs new friends stat. Third, this book was utterly adorable and super predictable. I still enjoyed every second of it.
If you are looking for a cute book to read, The ABC's of Kissing Boys is a pretty good place to start. In it, you will meet Parker. She's popular, stylish, and going to be junior in high school - what could possibly go wrong for her? Well, for Parker.. her life would be in shambles if she doesn't make the girl's varsity soccer team.
So what does she do? Parker comes up with a magnificent plan to get on the team with her friends. What does this plan include? Somehow.. kissing boys? Yeah, I was a bit confused as well. When one of her friends sees her kissing a freshman boy (ewwww... cooties!) shit kind of hits the fan for her. After seeing her friends true colors, she is a bit disgusted with it. Her friends were straight of judgmental bitches. Love is love ya twats!
Throughout this book Parker is dealing with this huge decision: staying being popular or be with the guy who makes her happy (even if he is a freshman). First off, age is just a number. Love is love girl - do your thing! Second, she needs new friends stat. Third, this book was utterly adorable and super predictable. I still enjoyed every second of it.
allenfarm's review against another edition
4.0
I read this book because of a Humans of New York post where a like minded book lover raved about it. I can see why. Sixteen yr old high School Student falls for the boy-next-door in a fake dating age gap plot. The age gap? He is 364 days younger, however based on when his summer birthday landed, he had to start school late and he is - gasp - a Freshman to her Junior. It would be social suicide to date him for real...wouldn't it? Totally cute feel good story.
kristid's review against another edition
3.0
You know why I love reading Ferraro’s novels..? Because when I’m finished I always feel all warm and gooey inside! While I thought this novel was just too cute and fun it also has some depth. Parker not only loses her spot on the soccer field, but also personally, her spot among her “friends.” Ferraro expertly captures the essence of an ostracized teen! And I’m glad that Parker was able to experience what true friendship meant, even though it wasn’t from the people she wished it had been. What you want is always necessarily what you need, right?
The whole kissing aspect was hilarious and yet ingenious! I find myself wondering where this summer camp was when I was a teen! I don’t think I’m an expert kisser or anything, but I thought I knew a thing or two, until this novel opened my eyes to the wild world of kissing. I didn’t even know what half of these kisses were. Caterpillar kiss, steam kiss... I mean who came up with this stuff! They are no ordinary kisses! I’ll tell you that much.
If your looking for a fun, fast, feel good novel... just think Ferraro!
The whole kissing aspect was hilarious and yet ingenious! I find myself wondering where this summer camp was when I was a teen! I don’t think I’m an expert kisser or anything, but I thought I knew a thing or two, until this novel opened my eyes to the wild world of kissing. I didn’t even know what half of these kisses were. Caterpillar kiss, steam kiss... I mean who came up with this stuff! They are no ordinary kisses! I’ll tell you that much.
If your looking for a fun, fast, feel good novel... just think Ferraro!
snarkywench's review against another edition
3.0
Sometimes all a girl wants is a relatively issue free fun romp with sparky repartee and a little romance. At the moment it seems like these books are few and far between. Tina Ferraro's The ABC's of Kissing Boys was exactly what I wanted - light but meaningful fun, written well with some inventive kisses thrown into the mix. What was a little different was that the guy (the kisser in question) with the kissing goods is a little left of centre for YA. He's the younger man. I know. Shocking, right? It seems relatively minor in terms of challenging boyfriends but hey, I won't date anyone shorter than me, so who am I to judge? Tristan might be younger (he's a freshman, she's a junior) but he definitely has a way about him (and lips) that keep Parker on her toes.
It can seem trivial but in the scheme of all things high school, snogging a freshman is a social death knell. While it could be overwrought, Ferraro mixes healthy introspection with lighter moments that keep the story honest and vastly entertaining. That being said, Parker's idea to get her spot on the varsity soccer team and the impetus for Tristan's coaching, is a stretch. It is quite possibly the most laughable and ridiculous way to go about getting what she wants. While this does impact on the reader's judgement of Parker's intelligence to a degree, it is assisted by Tristan's silent recognition of the flaws in the plan. Desperation can blind a girl's judgement it seems.
The social anxiety and persecution faced by Parker is nicely played. While there are plenty of laughs, the toxicity of her friendship group and the level of judgement placed upon her are realistic. It was great to see the author have her protagonist own her choices within the school environment. Holes didn't exist to be dug deeper, Parker just needed to find other places to play. Sure she's oblivious and a little shallow but the growth this character achieves is well deserved by the end.
The ABCs of Kissing Boys won't cure cancer or grace award lists but it is well crafted with an authentic character arc and parents who are actually involved in their teen's life. It was exactly what I needed and wish there were more like it in the market. This was my first jaunt into Ferraro-territory and it is a place I am quite willing to revisit in the future.
It can seem trivial but in the scheme of all things high school, snogging a freshman is a social death knell. While it could be overwrought, Ferraro mixes healthy introspection with lighter moments that keep the story honest and vastly entertaining. That being said, Parker's idea to get her spot on the varsity soccer team and the impetus for Tristan's coaching, is a stretch. It is quite possibly the most laughable and ridiculous way to go about getting what she wants. While this does impact on the reader's judgement of Parker's intelligence to a degree, it is assisted by Tristan's silent recognition of the flaws in the plan. Desperation can blind a girl's judgement it seems.
The social anxiety and persecution faced by Parker is nicely played. While there are plenty of laughs, the toxicity of her friendship group and the level of judgement placed upon her are realistic. It was great to see the author have her protagonist own her choices within the school environment. Holes didn't exist to be dug deeper, Parker just needed to find other places to play. Sure she's oblivious and a little shallow but the growth this character achieves is well deserved by the end.
The ABCs of Kissing Boys won't cure cancer or grace award lists but it is well crafted with an authentic character arc and parents who are actually involved in their teen's life. It was exactly what I needed and wish there were more like it in the market. This was my first jaunt into Ferraro-territory and it is a place I am quite willing to revisit in the future.
heathersbike's review against another edition
Meh. Cute but predictable and a little too pat at the end. This was actually on a list of books about soccer because of the World Cup but it really wasn't about soccer at all.
jofizz22's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
carleania's review against another edition
5.0
Even though this book's ending was completely predictable, I still loved reading the story until the end. It's so sweet, I couldn't help but melt.
greenbeanteenqueen's review against another edition
3.0
This was a fun, quick, light read. It combines romance and sports and even a bit of mean girls. Parker is great character. I think because she's not a stereotypical jock or a typical girly girl, she'll appeal to a lot of readers.
Tristan is a great guy for Parker-he's smart, funny and confidant. I'm sure he'll be on many lit boy crush lists!:)
Parker does get a little annoying because she doesn't realize how mean her so called friends are, but I am a reader looking in, and Parker has to learn on her own. But that didn't mean there weren't times I wanted to yell at her for even thinking she needed them back!
As someone who dated a younger guy in high school and college and is marrying a guy who is younger and was a year behind in school, I loved how Parker was an older girl going after a younger guy. Now if only all guys could be as mature as Tristan is at 15!!
I think my favorite part of the book was the chapter headings that give various kissing tips. Props to Tina for coming up with a tip for every letter of the alphabet! Overall, this is a fun, simple, sweet story that's a great curl up and read the night away book. Tina Ferraro knows how to write a great romance for all ages and I look forward to what she has next!
Tristan is a great guy for Parker-he's smart, funny and confidant. I'm sure he'll be on many lit boy crush lists!:)
Parker does get a little annoying because she doesn't realize how mean her so called friends are, but I am a reader looking in, and Parker has to learn on her own. But that didn't mean there weren't times I wanted to yell at her for even thinking she needed them back!
As someone who dated a younger guy in high school and college and is marrying a guy who is younger and was a year behind in school, I loved how Parker was an older girl going after a younger guy. Now if only all guys could be as mature as Tristan is at 15!!
I think my favorite part of the book was the chapter headings that give various kissing tips. Props to Tina for coming up with a tip for every letter of the alphabet! Overall, this is a fun, simple, sweet story that's a great curl up and read the night away book. Tina Ferraro knows how to write a great romance for all ages and I look forward to what she has next!